Accountant

Position: Accountant
Location: LightEn Center of Consciousness & Action (LCCA)
Marshall, NC
Reports to: Financial Controller

The LightEn Center of Consciousness & Action (LCCA) is a new 489-acre retreat center in the Blue Ridge 
mountains outside of Asheville, North Carolina opening Spring 2026. LCCA will serve as a soul-focused 
sanctuary and learning center for individual and collective growth, exploration and transformation, focused 
on catalyzing the evolution of consciousness needed to solve humanity’s greatest challenges. The Center 
will host current and emerging leaders to cultivate and deepen the inner work needed to be more effective 
change agents in the world. LCCA is the home of LightEn US, which is part of the overall LightEn network. 

OVERVIEW:
The Accountant role represents an exceptional opportunity for a reliable and caring professional to join 
LightEn US in its start-up phase. LightEn’s team is collectively working to deliver on an ambitious and 
world-changing mission, providing a world-class culture through a purpose driven lens. Further, this
project is truly one-of-a-kind and is led by an extraordinary vision of its founders, transforming everyone 
who takes part.

LCCA is located in Marshall, NC, approximately 30-min north of Asheville. Within the 489-acre property, the 
center is comprised of approximately 125 structures (existing + planned), over 44 acres. The center
features five teaching spaces, an 8000+ sq ft spa, fitness center, auditorium, event hall, dining hall, 
reception building, administrative building, horticultural complex and 76 guest cabins. 
Currently, there are 38 LightEn US team members, and we are forecasted to grow to 50-60 team members
by late-2026. The Accountant will report directly to the Financial Controller. In addition to the core 
competencies outlined below, the right candidate will have resonance with LightEn’s vision, be flexible, 
have a desire to learn, maintain a willingness to contribute when needed, and an ability to lead from a place 
of inclusiveness, kindness and service.

JOB PURPOSE:
We are seeking a dedicated and well-rounded Accountant to join our team and help support the Finance 
office. Working closely with the Financial Controller, this role focuses on timely and accurate recording of 
transactions, processing of invoices, and support of payroll or other accounting functions as needed. By 
following internal control principles and conscientiously maintaining records, the Accountant plays a key 
role in financial stewardship. The Accountant will also support the Financial Controller with ad hoc reports 
and assignments, and may engage with staff, vendors, guests, and visitors. The ideal candidate is detail and 
quality oriented, organized, self-motivated, eager to learn, and able to adapt as systems, processes, and 
structures evolve.

All team members are expected to model LightEn’s approach and values of reflection, collaboration, and 
soul-infused action and are encouraged and supported to do so throughout their own practices.
Specific job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Accurately enter invoices and transaction details, using professional judgment to ask questions and 
seek additional information when needed.
• Understand and follow accounting processes including proper segregation of duties, documentation 
requirements, and internal control practices. 
• Safeguard confidential or sensitive information.
• Maintain accurate files and records. 
• Provide assistance with purchasing, payroll, vendor records, compliance filings (ie. 1099, sales tax
filings, etc.), and other functions of the finance office as needed.
• Understand, track, and meet deadlines.
• May support procurement and purchasing as needed.
• Navigate QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Excel/Office suite, payroll/HRIS software.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
• Formal education in accounting/bookkeeping or a demonstrable knowledge of accounting concepts
(eg. Debits/credits, journal entries, depreciation, etc.)
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks Online, or similar products.
• Ability and willingness to learn software and processes. 
• Ability and willingness to build meaningful relationships.
• Knowledge of and interest in our mission, vision, and culture.
• Strong communication skills, focused on active listening and understanding.
• Typing, 10-key, and data entry; ability to use a scanner, computer, and required peripherals.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ROLE:
• Sitting or standing for extended periods as needed for computer work. 
• Ability to type, mouse, or otherwise perform computer data input. 
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

TIME REQUIREMENTS:
• Full time or part time. A minimum of 15 hours per week is desired. 
• On-site presence is a requirement of this role.
• We continue to be flexible through working on an active construction site and anticipate this role
to be hybrid with time split between campus and a home office.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
• Minimum 2-3 years experience in accounting or bookkeeping, or equivalent education. 
• QuickBooks Online experience preferred.

AAP/EEO Statement
LightEn NC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for 
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In 
addition to federal law requirements, LightEn NC complies with applicable state and local laws governing 
nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies 
to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, 
layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation. and training.
LightEn NC expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or 
veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of LightEn NC’s team members to perform their job 
duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

SALARY + BENEFITS: $28 per hour starting wage or $58,000 annually for full-time. Both part-time and 
full-time are eligible for paid time off. Full-time staff receive full medical benefits, 403(b), short-term and 
long-term disability, life insurance, paid parental leave and additional benefits. As another perk, healthy, 
fresh lunches are cooked and served on-site for all staff members. 

APPLY:
To apply for this position, please email Careers at [email protected] with the subject line 
“Accountant.”  Please attach your resume in your email and include a brief intro about yourself and why you’re interested in this role in the body of the email.